By Awwal Umar Kontagora The High Court of Justice in Niger State has granted an interim injunction in favour of Badeggi Radio Br...
By Awwal Umar Kontagora
The High Court of Justice in Niger State has granted an interim injunction in favour of Badeggi Radio Broadcasting Services Ltd, restraining the state government and its agencies from taking any adverse action against the station.
The ruling was delivered on August 5, 2025, by Justice Mohammed S.A. Mohammed, following a motion ex-parte filed by Badeggi Radio Broadcasting Services Ltd and its Managing Director, Mohammed Shuaibu Badeggi.
The application, supported by relevant provisions of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) and the National Broadcasting Commission Act, sought protection against threats to the station’s operations.
The court’s decision prohibits the respondents—including the Executive Governor of Niger State, the Attorney General, and the Niger State Urban Development Board—from taking any steps that could endanger the company’s broadcasting license or disrupt its operations at the NTA Compound, Uphill, Minna.
In his ruling, Justice Mohammed emphasized the need to maintain the status quo pending the determination of the substantive motion, ensuring the applicants are not subjected to any form of harassment or forced disruption.
The interim order specifically bars the respondents from actions such as revocation, withdrawal, seizure, or any forceful entry or demolition at the station's premises.
Counsel to the applicants, Philip K. Emmanuel, Esq., expressed satisfaction with the court’s decision, noting that the ruling underscores the importance of safeguarding the legal rights and business interests of media organizations.
The case has been scheduled for further hearing, during which the substantive issues will be thoroughly addressed.
Earlier in the day, Badeggi Radio had filed a lawsuit against the Niger State Governor, the Attorney General, and the Niger State Urban Development Board over what it described as unjustified threats to its continued operation.
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